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Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca

4-star luxury property near Piazza di Santa Maria Novella

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Suite
Junior Suite Duplex (su due livelli) | Living area
Suite
Hallway

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Via della Scala, 18, Florence, FI, 50123
  • Place, Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe with Private Terrace

Deluxe with Private Terrace

  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite Duplex (su due livelli) | Living area

Junior Suite Duplex (su due livelli)

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Doppia Deluxe with Patio or Balcony | Terrace/patio

Doppia Deluxe with Patio or Balcony

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Florence

Central Florence getaway .A stay at this Historic Centre of Florence property places you steps from Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and a 5-minute walk from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella. Ponte Vecchio and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Basilica of Santa Maria Novella - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Central Market - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ponte Vecchio - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 4 min walk
  • Alamanni - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Osteria Pastella - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fratelli Cuore - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Fiddler's Elbow - Irish Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ostaria Dei Centopoveri - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fratelli Cuore - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca

4-star luxury property near Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

This 4-star Florence property is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2004
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca offers 8 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down comforters. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Activities nearby

  • Bicycle rentals

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 PM and 8:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 30
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Weight limit: 11 lbs per pet
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 7.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 36 per vehicle (one way)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 25 per day (131 ft away; open 7:00 AM to midnight)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 PM and 8:00 AM
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 30 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number IT048017B924YWURRN

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Casa Howard
Casa Howard Florence
Casa Howard House
Casa Howard House Florence
Casa Howard Guest Houses Hotel Florence
Casa Howard Guesthouse Florence
Casa Howard Guesthouse
Casa Howard
Casa Howard Firenze Residenza d'Epoca
Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca Inn
Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca Florence
Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca Inn Florence

Frequently asked questions

How close is Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca to the airport?

Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca is 4.3 mi (25-min drive) away from the Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca?

As of Jun 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca on Jul 20, 2026 start from CA $293, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca have an airport shuttle?

Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of EUR 36 per vehicle, one way.

Does Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca offer free breakfast?

Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca offers free breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca?

No, there is no casino at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca?

Free parking is not available at this property.

Does Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca have a pool?

Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca does not have a pool.

Does Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this property.

How close is Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca to downtown Florence?

Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca is 0.5 mi away from Florence.

Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 259 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 259 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 259 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 259 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 259 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

ALEJANDRO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful stay at this charming hotel just blocks away from the Santa Maria Novella station, great service and attentive staff with great attention to detail including the Santa Maria Novella products that I like so much . Would recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The decor, the staff, the hospitality and the morning breakfast were all impeccable! Such a beautiful place to stay - great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PULIDO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfy and convenient, polite staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were thrilled to
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

“Hotel” boutique de charme par excellence

Fabulous résidence boutique. Don’t miss the charm of this place and its fantastic location!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nerija

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Double Zebra Room and it was honestly one of the most beautifully designed rooms. Super clean, spacious, and full of personality. Breakfast in bed was a lovely touch - arrived right on time and really good. I also loved that they use Officina Profumo toiletries, such a nice detail. Overall, a really special stay in Florence.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique small guest house with no two rooms alike. Great scrambled eggs and fresh fruit. Staff could not have been friendlier or more helpful! We will definitely stay here again if we make it back to Florence!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This guest house captures the romance of Florence. The Library is beautiful, quiet and comfortable. Chic decor throughout the property. The breakfast is delicious! Hotel staff are friendly and helpful. Close to transportation, shopping and dining.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unique and friendly boutique hotel

We had a wonderful stay at this lovely boutique hotel within walking distance of most major museums. Casa Howard was very clean, and the breakfast-to-order served to the room every morning was extraordinary. We had 2 rooms - one with a lovely little balcony. Our room had a large bathroom with a shower. The second room only had a large bathtub with a handheld shower. We were traveling with an older family member and it was very difficult for him to get in and out of the bathtub. Otherwise we loved the hotel and especially appreciated the great suggestions and assistance from the concierge. They arranged taxis, recommended restaurants, and were happy to chat. We felt well looked-after. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Susan

Disliked: Staff & service
Very convenient to train station. Bed was hard and uncomfortable although decor was beautiful. Breakfast was delicious and arrived very timely. Staff was not very welcoming and tried to charge us a late fee although arrived before 10pm.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Creepy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Casa Howard truly exceeded my expectations in every aspect. Firstly, the convenient location made exploring the city a breeze. Easy walk to the Uffizi and Duomo! The hotel's beautiful decor created a charming ambiance, and the unique room designs added a touch of character. We ended up upgrading our room halfway thru our weeklong stay to try out another room with a tub. However, what truly stood out was the incredibly helpful staff, who went above and beyond to ensure my comfort throughout my visit. I highly recommend Casa Howard to anyone looking for a memorable and enjoyable stay in Florence.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hard to find/funky smell!!

The pictures that you see on hotel.com are nothing like the place. We stayed in the garden room and to get tho said room, you go thru a sitting area, this area has a nasty, horrible smell. The room is tiny, the decor is very odd. The bed was comfortable but there was mosquitos in our room. breakfast is served in your room. Location is good and the staff was very nice.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Raymond

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Horrible place to stay

The photo and descriptions of the hotel on the advertised web page are misleading, the place is very dirty, you can't use the shower as it's tiny and very dirty. We stayed one night and next morning when packing my luggage there was a spider over my luggage, I had to leave the place first thing in the morning as thus was worse place I ever stayed at.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Eka the World Traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Okay hotel

Every rooms has different therms, which is nice, if the a/c, wifi and tv works properly. The hotel manager/ front desk/ cleaning lady/ room service, a Filipino lady, was very friendly and helpful. I don't like the location and the house # is very small. You will miss it if you blink. Will not return
Verified

8/10 Good

Drew

Liked: Staff & service
Booked this last minute from a flight cancellation. The staff was great and very accomodating with recommendations and stowing our luggage long after check-out. The room itself was so-so: had a smell, air conditioner made the room humid, no hand towells, and missing outlets left open for some reason. Rated a 4 star online, but in Italy all 4's are really 3's. All-in-all, it served it's purpose and was close to the train station. ✌️
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

David

We stayed 4 nights at Casa Howard. The property is conveniently located in the heart of the historic center with easy walking access to all the main attractions. We stayed in the camel room and it was fairly spacious. Our main concerns was that we had a leaking AC unit that was not fixed and so we had to lay a towel on the ground to soak up the water everyday. It also made a loud dripping sound that echoed in the room at night making it difficult for any light sleeper. It is also very loud in the morning due to breakfast service, so if you like to sleep in you’ll be woken up at 8-9am everyday. We didn’t try any of the food on their in-house menu but it looked good. Overall, the location was the best part of the stay and I would check out other neighbouring options before rebooking here. It is also worth noting that none of the rooms have a safe, so if you have valuables that you’d prefer to store in a safe while you’re gone that won’t be possible. If you have a car, parking is offsite but very close by (3 min walk).
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

d.jones136

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Be sure to arrive within their timeline!

We were on our honeymoon and doing some sight seeing, so we took some extra time in pompeii, and consequently our drive to florence took longer than anticipated. We ended up arriving at the hotel around 7am the morning after our intended arrival date. We were promptly met with a bad attitude asking why we didn't call them and let them know we would be late. Apart from not having a phone to use while in italy, I've never thought it to be necessary to have a designated arrival time for a service I'm paying for. Read the booking notes. If you want to check in outside of the 2pm-8 pm window it could cost you an extra 100 euros. The room was nice, the bed kind of hard, and The wifi service didn't reach the room. I will seek out different hotel accommodations for my next trip to florence.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Shermz2

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Disappointing stay

This was surprisingly disappointing as I had booked based on some positive reviews I saw for this hotel. We had an extra bed request that would not be accommodated for and we were being unnecessarily charged 30 Euros for the extra bed request we originally put in when we booked. If I had been contacted by the hotel the after my booking went through, I could have made better accommodations. However, I wasn’t told until I got to the guesthouse and a woman was rudely snapping at me and telling me that we couldn’t stay in the terrace room we had originally booked. I asked to speak to a manager and she refused to let me talk to him, saying “he won’t talk to you”. She refused to give me her name or talk to anyone that could give us proper customer service. Eventually given another room with an extra bed, but the rudeness of the lady turned me off from the guesthouse and felt downright insulting. Entire building had a smell about it, too. Room were cold. Only positive is that it's about 10 min walk from the train station. Not worth a stay if you're looking for a decent guest-house/b&b experience, Never planning on going near this hotel again.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Melvin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible hotel, terrible experience

Buyer Beware. I would advise all potential customers to avoid this hotel. The room pictures on expedia did not match the room that we actually stayed in and the customer service was a terrible. The room was very dated, with old elephant wallpaper and random VHS movies on the bookshelf in the bedroom, and the remains of a rock climbing wall in the main living space. The carpet was old and had a musty smell which filled the air of the entire hotel room. The front desk attendant was very disorganized and he was very hard to get in touch with. On the day of we were informed by email that there is a late policy where you would be charged at least 100 euros if you do not notify the hotel that you will be checking in after 7pm. Very convenient for guest who are traveling and may have limited access to a phone or the internet. My guess is that the front desk attendant is not always at the hotel in the evening because when we arrived to check in we couldn't get into the property or reach him. Also when we returned to pick up our bags the following day around 7:30pm (he held them for us after we checked out) we had to wait 15-20min for him to return from who knows where. Overall I was very disappointed by the service, the hotel check in policy, and the appearance of the entire facility. SPEND YOUR MONEY ELSEWHERE!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Xavier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un charme fou

Boutique hôtel décoré avec un goût certain. Très bien situé
Chambre Library
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Lisa-Florence

Rooms too small, smelled old, bathroom small. Staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a joy, a home away from home, with the friendliest staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic place with a genuine and sophisticated atmosphere. I highly recommend Casa Howard and will make it my ”home away from home” in Florence. Very satisfied !!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021